Wilderness Medicine Section

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With the increasing popularity of outdoor and wilderness recreation, emergency physicians find themselves treating various conditions unique to the wilderness environment.

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October 15, 2024

2024 Photo Contest

Catch a slide show of stunning landscapes and thrilling wilderness adventures some of our members embarked on this past year!

September 11, 2024

2024 Photo Contest

Now available for viewing! This year's winner will be announced at our section meeting on September 29 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM at Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Level 2, Oceanside F.

September 11, 2024

Gear Reviews

For this edition of the Wilderness Medicine Section Newsletter, we asked members for reviews on their favorite pieces of outdoor gear- either for personal or clinical use!

September 11, 2024

A Year in Review: Notable Events in Wilderness Medicine

Since we last met in Philadelphia, there have been some plenty of new stories and advancements in wilderness medicine- we’ve highlighted some of the major stories below!

September 11, 2024

Wilderness Medicine Section Fellow’s Corner

Wilderness Medicine is one of the few areas that can encompass everything in medicine. It can encompass backcountry medicine, austere medicine, and sports medicine.

September 11, 2024

Profiles in Perseverance: Science Takes Time and Dedication

I recently attended the 8th World Congress on Wilderness and Mountain Medicine in Snowbird, UT, a joint venture by the Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) and the International Society for Mountain Medic...

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